US Bridges

SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek

Good

Berks County, Pennsylvania · Weigners Bridge · Structure no. 000000000048050

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
105 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,723
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek in Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,723 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,468 by 2032. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1022 (APPL.1)
CrossesPerkiomen Creek
LocationWeigners Bridge
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.4255, -75.55297
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,723 (2024)
Projected traffic2,468 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek carry?

About 1,723 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1022 (APPL.1) over Perkiomen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.